University of Arkansas at Fort Smith , Arkansas

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith , Arkansas

The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith traces its history to Fort Smith Junior College, founded in 1928 as an extension of the local high school. After name changes to Westark Junior College and Westark College, it merged into the University of Arkansas System in 2002 and became a four-year university.

Key Facts about University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

• Founded: 1928 (as Fort Smith Junior College)
• Type: Public university, part of the University of Arkansas System
• Location: Fort Smith, Arkansas
• Became University of Arkansas at Fort Smith: January 1, 2002
• Transitioned from two-year to four-year institution after the 2002 merger

Colleges and Programs at University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

• College of Business
• College of Health Sciences
• College of STEM
• College of Language, Arts and Communication
• College of Education and Human Sciences